Cortez Lab: Research Specialist


Position overview
Position title: Cortez Lab: Research Specialist (Assistant Specialist rank)
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled, REPRESENTED SPECIALIST SERIES FISCAL YEAR. 'Off-scale salaries', i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position at 50% time is $28,300 - $39,620. A reasonable estimate for this position at 70% time is $31,300 - $44,100.

Percent time: Variable, 50% - 70% time, based on the availability of work.

Anticipated start: As soon as possible after the initial review of applications.

Position duration: Initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding.

Application Window

Open date: May 25, 2023

Most recent review date: Monday, Jun 26, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, May 24, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description


Assistant Professor Valerie Cortez in the Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a research specialist in the Cortez Lab. Under the direction of Assistant Professor Cortez, the research specialist will contribute to a research program focused on enteric viruses and gut immunity by assisting in laboratory operations and research.

Duties will include ordering supplies; maintaining instruments; supporting cell culture and mouse colony maintenance, as well as planning and performing experiments and interpreting data;.\ and managing a chemical inventory and biosafety records. The selected candidate will be expected to stay up-to-date with the scientific literature and contribute to manuscripts, presentations, and grant proposals as needed. The position will require the incumbent to employ excellent attention to detail and successfully work as a member of a diverse, interdisciplinary research team. The Cortez Lab is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment and supporting career development.

Applicants with any of the following areas of expertise are strongly encouraged to apply: experience with cell and/or organoid culture and virus propagation; experience with animal husbandry; and/or laboratory management.

The hiring unit will not sponsor employment-eligible immigration statuses for this position.



The Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology Department: https://mcd.ucsc.edu

The Cortez Lab: https://sites.google.com/ucsc.edu/cortezlab


Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• B.S. or B.A. degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology, or a related field.
• A minimum of two years of post-baccalaureate research experience using molecular and/or cellular biology techniques in a research or clinical laboratory. Techniques include: nucleic acid extraction and quantification, PCR/RT/PCR/qPCR, blot analysis, and cell culture.

Application Requirements


Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  
• Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
  

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation*. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSCs confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.
Apply link: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01508

Help contact: cniblett@ucsc.edu

Campus Information


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the Universitys equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-2686.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify). The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/102.530.html).

UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.

UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-northern-california/ to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.

The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

VISIT UC Santa Cruz: https://www.ucsc.edu


Job location

Santa Cruz, California


To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01508







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